Erik expected more on-the-ground resistance the last few kilometers as the forest began to give way to the vast field of grass surrounding the mansion. While the conspiracy’s penchant for attempting to overwhelm with sheer numbers was consistent with the dire wolf horde, he suspected there was something more to it. His worry that this battle was personal hadn’t left him. In a battle against other humans, one side might win or lose based on running out of ammunition, but monsters’ teeth and claws didn’t go away. Exoskeletons and tactical suits were good protection, but he didn’t want to go up against a yaoguai at close range. yaoguaiHe’d seen plenty that could get through tactical suits. The outline of the mansion was visible in the distance, along with the bright flash of AAA emplaceme